Chicano Heritage Festival food vendor application

Event details

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 2 – 7 p.m.
  • Centennial Park
  • Expected attendance: 9,000

Important notes

  • This is to gather a list of interested exhibitors and is not a guarantee that you will be asked to participate at the event.
  • Selected vendors will be notified and required to provide additional documentation, including:
    • Proof of insurance: Valid liability insurance naming the City of Santa Ana as an additional insured.
    • Santa Ana business license: A current business license to operate within the city.
    • Health permits: Appropriate permits from the Orange County Health Care Agency.
    • Setup & cleanup: Vendors must adhere to assigned setup and breakdown times. Failure to meet documentation deadlines or event requirements may result in cancellation of participation
  • This is a fee-based event
    • Food vendor fee $500
    • Accepted vendors must submit payment in advance. No refunds will be issued.

Application process

  1. Complete the online application: Ensure all fields are filled out accurately.
  2. Await confirmation: Applications will be reviewed, and selected vendors will be notified via email with further instructions.
  3. Submit required documents: Once confirmed, you will need to provide proof of insurance, business license, and health permits.
  4. Payment: Once selected, pay vendor fee and receive event set up information.

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the Special Events Team at specialevents@santa-ana.org.

Applications will be open May 23 - July 28 at 5 p.m.

Step 1 of 3

  • Business Information

  • i.e. Food truck, canopy space, trailer
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